How To Fix D9717 - You must maintain the "Transport Permitted" field

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D9 - Environment Management System

• Message number: 717

• Message text: You must maintain the "Transport Permitted" field

What causes this issue?

You have not maintained the "Transport permitted" field. This field is
mandatory.

System Response

The system refuses to continue processing.

How to fix this error?

Enter a valid value.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D9717 - You must maintain the "Transport Permitted" field ?

  The SAP error message D9717, which states "You must maintain the 'Transport Permitted' field," typically occurs when you are trying to transport an object (like a table, program, or other development objects) without having the "Transport Permitted" field set correctly. This field is crucial for determining whether an object can be transported from one system to another (e.g., from a development system to a quality assurance or production system).
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  The object you are trying to transport has not been marked as transportable.
  The "Transport Permitted" field is not set to "Yes" for the object in question.
  The object might be in a state that does not allow it to be transported (e.g., it is still in development or not fully defined).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Object: Identify the object that is causing the error. This could be a custom table, program, or any other development object.
  
  
  Access the Object in the Development Environment:
  
  For example, if it’s a table, you can use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to find the table.
  If it’s a program, you can use transaction SE38 (ABAP Editor).
  
  
  
  Maintain the "Transport Permitted" Field:
  
  Open the object in the appropriate transaction.
  Look for the "Transport Permitted" field (this is usually found in the attributes or properties of the object).
  Set the "Transport Permitted" field to "Yes" or the equivalent option that allows transport.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary changes, save the object.
  
  
  Re-attempt the Transport: Try to transport the object again. The error should no longer occur if the field has been set correctly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transport Management System (TMS): Understanding how the TMS works in SAP can help you manage transports more effectively.
  Transport Requests: Familiarize yourself with how transport requests are created and managed in SAP.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change the transport settings for the object.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the object type you are working with, as the steps may vary slightly depending on the object.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP Basis team or refer to SAP support for further assistance.